Tallahassee, Fla. – Florida is settling into another steamy summer day, but darkening skies could quickly replace the sunshine across the Tallahassee area this afternoon. Humidity is already high, the air feels heavy, and repeated rounds of thunderstorms are expected to become the biggest weather story through Tuesday. Anyone with outdoor plans should keep a close eye on the sky as conditions become increasingly active.
According to the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, showers and thunderstorms become increasingly likely through the afternoon, with an 80% chance of rain Monday and a 90% chance Tuesday. High temperatures reach 88 degrees today and Tuesday before climbing to around 90 degrees Wednesday and 92 degrees Thursday. East winds of 10 to 15 mph today may gust as high as 25 mph, while stronger gusts are possible near thunderstorms.
Expect changing travel conditions as storms develop. Motorists on Interstate 10, U.S. Highway 27, Capital Circle and Monroe Street could encounter sudden downpours, standing water and reduced visibility during the afternoon and evening commute. Lightning may force delays at parks, athletic fields and outdoor events. If thunder roars, move indoors immediately.
Tuesday remains the most active day of the period. Showers and thunderstorms are expected through much of the day before gradually easing Tuesday evening. Some storms could produce brief heavy rainfall capable of causing localized ponding on roads and poor-drainage flooding. While widespread severe weather is not currently expected, a few stronger storms with gusty winds cannot be ruled out.
By Wednesday, scattered afternoon thunderstorms continue, but rain coverage becomes less widespread. Thursday stays hot with highs near 92 degrees and another chance for afternoon storms. The pattern favors a typical midsummer cycle of morning warmth followed by developing afternoon convection.
Looking farther ahead, longer-range outlooks continue to favor above-normal temperatures across much of the Southeast into late next week, keeping Florida locked into a prolonged stretch of summer heat with daily storm opportunities.
Five-Day Forecast for Tallahassee, Florida
- Monday: Showers and thunderstorms likely. High 88°F. Chance of rain 80%.
- Tuesday: Showers and thunderstorms likely, breezy. High 88°F. Low 77°F. Chance of rain 90%.
- Wednesday: Chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. High 90°F. Low 76°F. Chance of rain 50%.
- Thursday: Mostly sunny with a 40% chance of afternoon thunderstorms. High 92°F. Low 75°F.
- Friday: Mostly sunny with a 50% chance of afternoon showers and thunderstorms. High 92°F.
